Top 10 places to visit in Ireland

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The Cliffs stretch for almost 5 miles along the west coastline and rise up to 702 feet over the Atlantic Ocean. From there, tourists can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, The Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk Mountains.

The Cliffs stretch for almost 5 miles along the west coastline and rise up to 702 feet over the Atlantic Ocean. From there, tourists can see the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, The Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk Mountains.

Trinity College is probably the best university in Ireland, as well as the most prestigious. The college was founded by England's Queen Elizabeth 1 in 1592. The best time of year to visit is near the end of May when exams are just finishing. A popular destination for students is the Pavilion Bar.

Trinity College is probably the best university in Ireland, as well as the most prestigious. The college was founded by England's Queen Elizabeth 1 in 1592. The best time of year to visit is near the end of May when exams are just finishing. A popular destination for students is the Pavilion Bar.

Ireland may be known for its green rolling hills and its historic land, but it is also home to the hustling, modern city of Dublin. Here are several sites to see when you visit Ireland, according to IrishCentral.com.